In aged-care facilities throughout Australia, laundry plays a critical role in their daily operations. From resident linen and towels to staff uniforms and textiles, equipment must deliver outstanding infection control, consistent hygiene, a fast turnaround and be absolutely reliable. In 2026, choosing the right washers and dryers is more important than ever – and with that in mind, here are three commercial laundry solutions we offer that are ideal for aged care.
WH6-8CP 8kg Washer and TD6-11HP 11kg Heat Pump Dryer
This pairing takes up a small footprint although achieves high productivity with each machine designed for high use of +8 cycles per day. The high spin 8kg washer achieves thermal disinfection as per AS4146 and can be installed with a drain pump for tight installations or drain valve to negate any issues with foreign debris in the wash (think mops and microfibre cloths). The 11kg Heat Pump dryer is the most efficient dryer of this capacity available. The closed-circuit heat pump system means no ductwork required and no humid air is expelled into the room. Using less than a 3rd of the energy consumed by a conventional dryer, this is the future, here and now.
WH6-20CV 20kg Washer and TD6-20HP 20kg Heat Pump Dryer
This pairing is for high volume and low operating costs. The 20kg washer includes the integrated weighing system, allowing operators to correctly load the washer every cycle, due to the real time load indicator on the screen, no more guess work and no human error! The high-speed extraction reduces residual moisture in the laundered items to less than 50%, allowing the 20kg heat pump dryer to dry in under 45 minutes (approximately the same time as the wash load)! To have a high-volume on-premise laundry solution consuming +50% less energy than traditional laundry setups all without ductwork or gas, seems unbelievable, well believe it.
WH6-33CV 33kg Washer and TD6-37 37kg Tumble Dryer
The ultimate high-volume solution, similar to the above solutions, disinfection is achieved and staff are guided to operate equipment correctly via the Integrated weighing system. With the IWS system water and chemical consumption is reduced to match the actual load in the drum. If there’s only 80% load, only 80% of water and chemicals are applied. Preferring traditional gas heated methods for drying, this paired solution can achieve in excess of 50kg per hour whilst minimising energy consumption and maximising productivity.
Infection control as a non-negotiable
In aged care, infection control is a must-have. Machines need to support high-temperature and sanitisation cycles that reliably eliminate pathogens while minimising cross-contamination risk. Front-load commercial washers with customisable hygiene programs and barrier configurations help facilities meet Australia’s rigorous health standards and protect vulnerable residents.
Faster cycles lead to operational benefits
Faster wash and dry cycles mean linen returns into rotation more quickly, which is an operational advantage when demand for clean bedding and towels spikes. High-speed extraction technology and efficient heat-pump drying reduce downtime between loads, giving staff more time to focus on residents.
Great servicing = less downtime
In an aged-care setting, downtime isn’t an option, as delayed laundry can quickly impact infection control and resident comfort. Richard Jay’s national service network provides preventative maintenance, rapid response repairs and quick access to spare parts in order to minimise disruption. With experienced technicians across the country, facilities can trust that their machines stay in peak condition year after year.
As aged-care demands continue to grow in 2026 and beyond, investing in the right washers, dryers and service partner helps ensure hygiene standards are met, linen availability is maintained and staff can focus on what matters most – caring for their residents.
